Florida House waters down data center restriction bill in rift with Senate

Florida House weakens transparency requirement in data center bill, sends to Senate

The welcome screen for the OpenAI “ChatGPT” app is displayed on a laptop screen in a photo illustration. In the absence of federal action, states are increasingly striking out on their own to regulate artificial intelligence and other automated systems. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)The Florida House Wednesday scaled back transparency requirements in a data center regulation bill prized by Gov. Ron DeSantis, sending the new version back to th…

Florida House passes bill to regulate AI data centers, measure heads to Senate

The legislation is designed to protect Florida residents from bearing the cost of data center utilities.

Florida House waters down data center restriction bill in rift with Senate

A key part of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ effort to put restraints on artificial intelligence continues to have a spark of life as the legislative session approaches its end.The House on Wednesday approved the bill (SB 484) that aims to put restrictions on the growth of massive data centers that power the rapidly developing AI technology, and their effects on regional electric and water resources.The vote was 92-16, with six Republicans and 10 Democrats …

Florida House waters down, passes bill restricting data centers

Massive data centers used to power artificial intelligence technology would face some restrictions to limit impacts on local resources if the bill becomes law.

DeSantis' artificial intelligence regulations stall in House

(The Center Square) - Artificial intelligence regulations backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis sailed through the Florida Senate and stalled in the House, where leaders align with President Donald Trump’s stance

Florida Needs Clear Thinking on Artificial Intelligence

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is correct that artificial intelligence deserves serious attention from policymakers. AI is rapidly transforming economies, and states that understand this will attract investment, talent, and innovation. But if Florida hopes to lead, its debate over an “AI Bill of Rights” should begin with a clearer understanding of what AI is—and what it isn’t. Florida has built a reputation for being open for business, entreprene…